Supporting People, Shaping Futures
Looking for a HR role with real impact? Due to an exciting period of growth here at Wilderness, we’re seeking a passionate, proactive HR Advisor to join our established HR team and support our people.
In this fast-paced, varied role, you'll work closely with managers across the organization, offering expert advice on employee relations, policies, and people practices. Your work will help us create a fair, inclusive, and supportive culture by coaching managers, supporting wellbeing initiatives, and driving improvements.
What you’ll do:
* Advise and coach on a wide range of employee relations matters
* Build strong, trusted relationships with managers and teams
* Help drive talent development, succession planning, and retention
* Lead on return-to-work and exit interview processes
* Support risk assessments, OH referrals, and wellbeing initiatives
* Collaborate on HR projects and policy improvements
What we’re looking for:
* HR generalist experience, ideally as an Advisor
* CIPD Level 5 (or working towards)
* Great communication and problem-solving skills
* Confident with data and HR systems
* Able to manage a busy workload across multiple priorities
* Willing to travel to services across Cumbria and the Northeast
Working at A Wilderness Way you’ll receive:
* Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
* Annual Leave: 33 days per annum; holiday year from March to February
* Additional leave at 2 and 5 years’ service
* Training Academy: In-depth induction and welcome programme
* Bonuses: £1000 bonus for each successful referral
* Pension: Auto-enrolment into our company pension scheme
* Recognition Awards: Monthly Wilderness Heroes Awards
* Your Wellbeing: Health and wellbeing benefits via Medicash, including employee assistance, cashback healthcare, virtual GP, and lifestyle apps; discounted gym memberships
* Life Assurance: 2 times annual salary
* Discounts: Savings on high street brands, restaurants, cinemas, and local businesses
We are an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding children. The successful candidate will undergo necessary background checks, including obtaining an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS, Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland.
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